1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 903 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 512 BB | X5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 85 L |
